KBLI 21021 (Raw Materials Industry for Traditional Medicine (for Humans)) is the 5-digit Indonesian Standard Industrial Classification code for traditional medicine raw material industry for humans. It sits within the Manufacturing Industry category in the official KBLI 2020 taxonomy maintained by Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS).

What is the risk level of KBLI 21021?

KBLI 21021's risk levels per business scale: Micro High, Small High, Medium High, Large High. Foreign-owned entities (PT PMA) must register at the Large scale.

What licenses does KBLI 21021 require?

Not applicable to PT PMA — KBLI 21021 is not viable for foreign-owned entities (closed, SME-reserved, domestic-only, or no Large-scale licensing matrix in OSS RBA, depending on the case). Foreign investors should pick a related KBLI that is open at the Large scale.

What is the minimum capital for a PT PMA under KBLI 21021?

Not applicable to PT PMA — KBLI 21021 is not viable for foreign-owned entities, so neither BKPM Reg. 5/2025's paid-up minimum nor any sector-specific capital floor enters the picture. The structural barrier comes first.

How long does it take to register a business under KBLI 21021?

Not applicable to PT PMA — KBLI 21021 is not viable for foreign-owned entities, so the 4-8 week PT PMA setup timeline doesn't apply. Move to a sibling code with a Large-scale matrix or a different structure.

Is KBLI 21021 eligible for Indonesian tax incentives?

Yes — KBLI 21021 is on the Tax Allowance priority list (PP 78/2019). Eligible for 30% reduction of taxable net income over 6 years plus accelerated depreciation.

Which authority issues the KBLI 21021 license?

Not applicable to PT PMA — KBLI 21021 is not viable for foreign-owned entities, so OSS doesn't designate a PMA issuing authority. Smaller-scale registrations (Micro / Small) for Indonesian operators are typically issued at the Regency / City level.

What other permits beyond the NIB does KBLI 21021 need?

Beyond the NIB, KBLI 21021 carries 1 PB UMKU permits across 1 sector regulator: Pharmaceuticals (1). Most operations only need 2-4 of these — the relevant set depends on which specific activities you actually perform; Emerhub maps the right subset before filing.

What KBLI codes are similar to 21021?

KBLIs in the same subgroup 2102: 21022 (Traditional Medicine Product Industry for Humans); 21023 (Traditional Medicine Product Industry for Animals); 21024 (Raw Materials Industry for Traditional Medicine (for Animals)). These are closely related activities — see the related-codes section below for full list.

KBLI 2020 · 5-digit class

21021Traditional Medicine Raw Material Industry for Humans

Q: Can foreign investors operate under KBLI 21021?

No — KBLI 21021 is reserved for 100% Indonesian capital under Pres. Reg. 10/2021. Foreign investors cannot hold shares in entities operating under this code. Common in traditional industries, broadcasting, and culturally significant activities.

Raw Materials Industry for Traditional Medicine (for Humans)

Last updated April 24, 2026 · Sourced from OSS Indonesia

This group includes businesses that process various extracts and simplicia, galenic preparations, additives or other materials, both active and inactive, that are altered or unaltered, used in the processing of traditional medicine, even if not all of these materials are present in the final product.

KBLI 21021 at a glance

Citation-ready summary

KBLI code: 21021
Taxonomy version: KBLI 2020
Activity (English): Traditional Medicine Raw Material Industry for Humans
Activity (Indonesian): Raw Materials Industry for Traditional Medicine (for Humans)
Category: Manufacturing Industry
Risk level (Large scale, PMA): High
Foreign ownership status

§ 01

Foreign investment rules

Indonesia's BUPM (Investment Business Fields) regulation places this code into one of five tracks. The track determines whether a foreign investor (PMA) can operate in this activity at all, and under what conditions.

Status · domestic only

Open only to Indonesian capital

100%

domestic capital

KBLI 21021 is restricted to 100% domestic ownership. Foreign investors cannot hold shares in entities operating under this code. This restriction commonly applies to traditional industries, broadcasting, and culturally significant activities.

Listed restrictions

Conditional sub-activities

Traditional medicine raw material industry for humans
Domestic only
100% Domestic capital

Tax incentives

Foreign-investor tax benefits available for this KBLI under PMK 130/2020 (Tax Holiday) and PP 78/2019 (Tax Allowance). Both require approval — see the linked guide for the application path.

Eligible for Tax Allowance

30% reduction of taxable net income over 6 years, accelerated depreciation, 10-year loss carryforward. Mutually exclusive with Tax Holiday.

Note. Pharmaceutical manufacturing (KBLI 21xxx) is on the PP 78/2019 Tax Allowance priority list.

§ 02

Pharmaceuticals-specific guidance

Sector context that applies to KBLI 21021 beyond the generic OSS process. Verify with the relevant ministry before committing capital.

Lead regulator

Ministry of Health (Kemenkes) / BPOM

·CPOB (Good Manufacturing Practice) certification mandatory for all production facilities.
·BPOM Distribution Permit (NIE) required for each product SKU.
·Foreign equity in branded pharmaceuticals open up to 100%; generic drugs may have local-partner requirements.
·Vaccine manufacturing strategically protected; foreign participation often via JV with Bio Farma.

§ 03

Halal certification

Indonesia requires BPJPH Halal certification for an expanding range of consumer-product categories. This KBLI's activities fall in scope — see what's required and when.

BPJPH certification required

Halal certification is rolling in for pharmaceuticals.

OTC pharma mandatory by October 2029

OTC pharmaceuticals must hold Halal certification by October 2029; prescription drugs follow by 2034. The bar for pharma is high — every excipient, gelatin source, and processing aid must trace back to Halal-certified suppliers. Plan an 8-12 month certification project. We coordinate BPJPH alongside the BPOM marketing authorisation that any pharma product needs anyway.

01
Audit & gap analysis
Review your formulation, supply chain, and facility against BPJPH criteria. Identify ingredients or processes that need swapping.
02
LPH inspection
An accredited Halal Inspection Body (LPPOM-MUI is the largest) audits the facility and reviews documentation.
03
BPJPH issuance
The Halal certificate is issued under the BPJPH register and the Halal label can be applied to packaging.

Halal certification is a core Emerhub service. We've handled BPJPH projects for foreign-brand food, cosmetics, and pharma operators across Indonesia — including supply-chain re-sourcing where needed. Bundle it with your PT PMA setup and we coordinate both timelines.

Talk to a Halal advisor

§ 02

What this means for foreign investors

An honest read of the situation, plus the structures that work in practice. We've handled all of these — book a call to walk through your specific plan.

You can't hold equity in this activity directly.

This KBLI is reserved to 100% Indonesian capital under Pres. Reg. 10/2021. Foreign investors cannot own shares in an entity registered for this code. The honest paths forward are: (1) operate a different but related KBLI that's open to PMA, (2) partner with a fully Indonesian-owned licensee under a commercial / IP / supply agreement (not equity), or (3) explore a Special Economic Zone where the rule may be relaxed.

Pathways that work

Move to a different value-chain step
The cleanest path: operate a related but open KBLI. For example, foreign investors blocked from primary commodity production frequently succeed with the processing, distribution, branding, or export-trade codes upstream or downstream of the restricted activity.

§ 07

Reference data: how this KBLI is regulated

The data below is the official OSS regulatory profile for this code. It applies to qualifying Indonesian operators (or to your operating partner). Foreign investors won't file these directly, but it's useful context when structuring a partnership or commercial arrangement.

Foreign investors:the licensing matrix below is for context only — direct PMA registration isn't possible for this code. See pathways above for what actually works.

What's required to operate

NIB

Preparation only — additional permit needed below

Operating License (Izin)

Important: NIB is issued for the preparation stage. Commercial operation requires a full Operating License (Izin) issued by the competent ministry after a substantive review of the operator's capability, facility, and compliance. Operating with NIB alone exposes the entity to penalties, blacklisting, and contract invalidation.

Processing time

7Days

Statutory turnaround

Application requirements

Documents and capabilities you must demonstrate at registration

01Have a document outlining the plan for the type, specifications, quantity, and source of raw materials, as well as the source and amount/volume of energy and water needed to carry out industrial business activities for 1 (one) production cycle or for a duration of 6 (six) months ahead.
02Possess documents in the form of: a. Machine specifications and/or equipment list b. Photos of machines/equipment c. Sales/rental agreement that proves: 1) Control (ownership/rental) of machines for producing pharmaceutical products and quality testing equipment 2) Compliance of installed production capacity with business data
03Have a human resources organizational structure document that includes at least: a. Company leadership b. Production and/or quality control department c. Marketing department
04Have a flowchart document for: a. Procurement, receipt, and storage of raw materials b. Production process c. Quality control process d. Packaging, storage, transportation, and distribution of production results
05$46

Ongoing obligations

Compliance and reporting duties throughout operation

01Have proof of submission of mandatory validated Industrial Data every 6 (six) months in accordance with the laws and regulations in the industrial sector.
02Ensure the safety and security of equipment, processes, production results, storage, and transportation, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
03Having a customer complaint/product service for: a. Adverse events b. Product quality that demonstrates a minimum service commitment to customers.
04Possess periodic calibration documents for quality control equipment or periodic results from independent laboratory tests on the produced products.
05Have a document in the form of a disaster evacuation SOP, including the arrangement of workplace safety signs.
06Possess a Quality Management System certificate (ISO 9001).
07Have a safety and security SOP for: a. Storage of raw materials in the form of chemicals b. Use of machines/equipment c. Production processes
08The use of raw materials must adhere to the Indonesian Herbal Pharmacopoeia or other specified standards.
09Possess a document of the Pharmacist's Statement of Responsibility for the Natural Extract Industry.
10Have at least 1 (one) responsible pharmacist for the Natural Ingredient Extraction Industry.
11Submit product distribution reports every 6 (six) months in accordance with the regulations in the health sector.

Issuing authority

The authority that issues the license depends on your situation.

Authority	Applies when
Minister/Head of Agency	All of them
Minister/Head of Agency	Foreign Investment

§ 05

Auxiliary permits (PB UMKU)

PB UMKU permits sit on top of the main NIB and Sertifikat Standar — each is issued by a different ministry, and only when a specific operational activity is performed. This KBLI carries 1 candidate permit across 1 regulator; most operations only need a handful. Emerhub maps your operation to the exact set, files them, and tracks renewals.

Pharmaceuticals

1 permit

BPOM (National Agency of Drug & Food Control). Applies to drugs, processed food, traditional medicine, cosmetics, and health supplements — produced, imported, repackaged, or distributed for human consumption. BPOM is the gating regulator; product registration is required before any commercial sale.

Certificate of Good Traditional Medicine Manufacturing Practices
Sertifikat Cara Pembuatan Obat Tradisional yang Baik
4 requirements1 obligationFood and Drug Supervisory Agency

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KBLI 21021 needs a tailored structure. Let's design it.

Restricted KBLIs need a structure designed around the restriction — partnership, alternative code, KEK, or commercial arrangement. We've handled all of these. One conversation tells you what works for your plan.

Discuss your structure

Authority

Applies when

Minister/Head of Agency

All of them

Minister/Head of Agency

Foreign Investment

Auxiliary permits (PB UMKU)

KBLI 21021 at a glance

Foreign investment rules

Open only to Indonesian capital

Conditional sub-activities

Pharmaceuticals-specific guidance

Halal certification

Halal certification is rolling in for pharmaceuticals.

Audit & gap analysis

LPH inspection

BPJPH issuance

What this means for foreign investors

You can't hold equity in this activity directly.

Move to a different value-chain step

Reference data: how this KBLI is regulated

Application requirements

Ongoing obligations

Issuing authority

Auxiliary permits (PB UMKU)

Related codes in Traditional Medicine Industry

KBLI 21021 needs a tailored structure. Let's design it.

Foreign investment rules

Open only to Indonesian capital

Conditional sub-activities

Pharmaceuticals-specific guidance

Halal certification

Halal certification is rolling in for pharmaceuticals.

Audit & gap analysis

LPH inspection

BPJPH issuance

What this means for foreign investors

You can't hold equity in this activity directly.

Move to a different value-chain step

Reference data: how this KBLI is regulated

Application requirements

Ongoing obligations

Issuing authority

Auxiliary permits (PB UMKU)

Related codes in Traditional Medicine Industry

KBLI 21021 needs a tailored structure. Let's design it.

Special Economic Zone (KEK) or Free Trade Zone (Batam)

Indonesian-owned operating company + commercial agreement

Basic requirements (KKPR)

What is KBLI 21021?

Who needs KBLI 21021?

Why does the code matter?

Under the upcoming KBLI 2025

Carried forward into KBLI 2025

Risk level by business scale

Micro

Small

Medium

Large

Common questions about KBLI 21021

What is KBLI 21021?

Can foreign investors operate under KBLI 21021?

What is the risk level of KBLI 21021?

What licenses does KBLI 21021 require?

What is the minimum capital for a PT PMA under KBLI 21021?

How long does it take to register a business under KBLI 21021?

Is KBLI 21021 eligible for Indonesian tax incentives?

Which authority issues the KBLI 21021 license?

What other permits beyond the NIB does KBLI 21021 need?

What KBLI codes are similar to 21021?